CNC Turning

CNC Turned Parts

Chuck turning up to Ø 300 mm on the DMG MORI NLX 2000 — flanges, bushings, gears and complex geometries in all machinable materials. ISO 9001-certified quality from Sierksdorf.

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NLX 2000 Chuck Turning

On our DMG MORI NLX 2000 we produce CNC turned parts in classic chuck clamping. The workpiece is clamped in a 3-jaw chuck and can be machined from both sides — ideal for large diameters and compact geometries.

Unlike Swiss-type turning, there is no guide bushing. Instead, we process workpieces up to Ø 300 mm — from one-offs and small batches to automated series production with bar feeder.

Max. Ø
300 mm
Chuck Clamping
Spindle
4,000
RPM
Tools
12
Turret
Live Tools
Yes
Milling/Drilling
Comparison

Chuck vs. Swiss-Type Turning

Which method suits your part? The difference lies in workpiece guidance and achievable dimensions.

Chuck Turning, NLX 2000
Chuck clamping (3-jaw)
Diameters up to Ø 300 mm
Flanges, bushings, gears
Live tools (milling/drilling)
Ideal for compact, solid parts
One-offs to series
Swiss-Type Turning, Traub TNL 32
Guide bushing for highest precision
Diameters Ø 3 to Ø 32 mm
Bar travels through bushing
Ideal for slender, long parts
Bar feeder for unmanned production
Optimal from medium series (500+ pcs)
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Part Range

Typical CNC Turned Parts

Flanges

Connection flanges, weld-neck flanges, blind flanges up to Ø 300 mm with bolt patterns and fits.

Ø50–300 mm

Bushings & Bearings

Plain bearings, spacer bushings, guide bushings with tight tolerances and surface finishes.

Ø20–150 mm

Gears

Spur gears, bevel gears, worm gears — as pre-turning or complete with gear cutting.

Module 1–6

Housings & Covers

Round housing parts, closure caps, bearing housings — internal and external machining in one setup.

Ø30–250 mm

Shafts & Axles

Short shafts and axles with steps, grooves, threads and keyways.

Ø15–100 mm

Adapters & Specials

Thread adapters, transition pieces, clamping sleeves — also in special materials like 316 or titanium.

per drawing
Materials

Material Versatility

We turn all common metals and engineering plastics. Material cut to size, special alloys on request.

Structural Steel

S235JR, S355J2, E335

Universal material, weldable, economical. Standard for flanges, bushings and mechanical engineering components.

Alloy Steel

C45, 42CrMo4, 34CrNiMo6

High strength, hardenable, wear-resistant. For stressed shafts, axles and transmission components.

Free-Cutting Steel

11SMn30, 11SMnPb30, 9SMn28

Optimal machinability, short cycle times. Ideal for high volumes and economical series production.

Stainless Steel

1.4301 (304), 1.4404 (316L), 1.4571

Corrosion-resistant, food-safe, acid-resistant. For medical, food and chemical engineering.

Aluminum

AlMg3, AlMgSi1, 6082, 7075

Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, excellent machinability. For lightweight parts, housings and covers.

Brass & Copper

CuZn39Pb3, CuZn37, E-Cu

Excellent conductivity, good machinability. For electrical engineering, fittings and contacts.

Plastics

POM, PA6, PEEK, PE-UHMW, PTFE

Lightweight, wear-resistant, chemically inert. Dry machining without coolant possible.

Precision

Tolerances & Surfaces

On the NLX 2000 we achieve tightest dimensional tolerances and surface finishes that deliver ready-to-install parts.

Tolerance
from IT6

Fits H7/g6 reproducible in series production.

Runout
≤ 0.01 mm

Highest concentricity through chuck clamping and counter spindle.

Surface
Ra 0.4 µm

Fine turning and grinding for sealing or sliding surfaces.

Threads
6H / 6g

Metric, fine, Whitworth, UNC/UNF, trapezoidal and special threads.

Surface treatment via certified partners: anodizing, zinc plating, nickel plating, hardening, powder coating, passivation.

Batch Sizes

From Prototype to Large Series

Whether prototype or 10,000-piece series — on the NLX 2000 we produce economically at any batch size.

Prototype & One-Off

1 – 5 pcs

Functional samples, spare parts, custom builds. Quick programming, no tooling costs.

Small Series

5 – 500 pcs

Optimized ratio of setup time to unit cost. Ideal for recurring demand.

Medium Series

500 – 5,000 pcs

Automated production with bar feeder. Consistent quality in every batch.

Large Series

5,000 – 10,000+ pcs

Fully automated production with in-process quality control. Framework agreements available.

Quality

Quality Assurance

As an ISO 9001-certified company, we document every production step — from incoming goods to final dimensional inspection.

ISO 9001:2015

Certified quality management system for reproducible processes and complete documentation.

3D Coordinate Measurement

Tactile and optical metrology for tolerances to ±0.01 mm. Measurement reports on request.

Material Certificates

Mill test certificate 3.1 per EN 10204 on request. Full traceability from raw material to finished part.

FAI / PPAP

First article inspection reports per VDA and PPAP documentation for automotive on request.

Ordering

In 4 Steps to Your Finished Part

From inquiry to delivery — our ordering process is simple, transparent and optimized for speed.

01

Send Drawing

PDF, STEP, IGES or DXF via email or upload. We check feasibility immediately.

02

Quote in 24h

You receive a binding quote with unit price, delivery date and material costs.

03

Production & QC

CAM programming, run-in, series production and quality control — all in Sierksdorf.

04

Shipping & Docs

Secure packaging, shipping via courier/freight. Measurement report and material certificate on request.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1What is chuck turning?

In chuck turning, the workpiece is clamped in a 3-jaw chuck and machined. Unlike Swiss-type turning, there is no guide bushing, but diameters up to 300 mm and more are possible.

Q2When to use chuck turning vs. Swiss-type?

Chuck turning is suitable for larger diameters (from approx. Ø 30 mm) and compact geometries like flanges, bushings and gears. Swiss-type turning is ideal for small, slender parts (Ø 3–32 mm) in high quantities.

Q3What materials do you process?

All machinable metals: structural steel, alloy steel, free-cutting steel, stainless steel (304, 316), aluminum, brass, copper, titanium. Plus plastics like POM, PEEK, PA6 and PTFE.

Q4What tolerances are achievable?

On the NLX 2000 we achieve dimensional tolerances from IT6, runout ≤ 0.01 mm and surface finishes to Ra 0.4 µm. For tighter requirements, we grind.

Q5What batch sizes are possible?

From one-offs to large series with 10,000+ pieces per batch. Thanks to bar feeder and automated production, CNC turned parts are economical at any batch size.

Q6How long does production take?

Standard lead time 10–15 working days from order confirmation. Express production from 5 working days available.

Q7Do you offer surface treatment?

Yes — anodizing, zinc plating, nickel plating, hardening, powder coating and passivation via certified partners. Everything from one source.

Q8What does a CNC turned part cost?

The unit price depends on material, complexity, tolerances and batch size. You receive a binding quote within 24 hours.

Request CNC Turned Parts

Send us your drawing — we will calculate unit price and delivery time within 24 hours.